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Welcome
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Biopolymers
edited by
Alexander Steinbüchel,
Institute of Microbiology, University of Münster
The first publication covering
all classes and aspects
of biopolymers in 10 volumes
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Biopolymers represent the most abundant organic compounds
in the biosphere and constitute the largest fraction of cells. Seven main
classes of biopolymers are distinguished according to their chemical structures.
This encyclopedia provides a throughout overview of the occurrence and
metabolism of biopolymers. In addition, processes for biotechnological
production, isolation from organisms and modification, material properties
and technical applications in various areas such as, for example, in daily
life products, medicine, pharmacy, food industry, agriculture, textile,
chemical and packaging industry are provided. The future perspectives
of biopolymers are outlined.
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Latest update: January, 2004 |
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